An unforecast sea mist on the Downs was an extra incentive to make the drive east and inland to Pulborough Brooks, where I enjoyed the most lovely spring day.
A Wren in the small reedbed near the visitor's centre.
Rook. This individual was quite approachable.
Buzzard soaring in the thermals generated by the sunshine.
My first Comma of the year.
A male Bullfinch making short work of the blossom. I saw two pairs.
Speckled Wood. There were several along the path towards Nettley's hide.
Orange Tip Butterflies. Another first for the year.
The nest of a pair of Long-tailed Tits. Made from lichen and spider's webs.
One of the numerous Chiffchaffs. There were lots of Blackcaps and Willow Warblers singing too.
A basking Grass Snake. Two Adders were also seen.
Singing Blackbird.
Again... wonderful!!
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